At current rates of use,the proven reserve to run out first would be
A) natural gas.
B) coal.
C) hydroelectric power.
D) petroleum.
E) biomass.

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Petroleum has the smallest proven reserve compared to natural gas and coal, and it is also the most widely used fossil fuel. At current rates of use, it is estimated that the proven reserve of petroleum will last for approximately 50 years. Therefore, it is likely that petroleum would run out first compared to other energy sources.

At Current Rates of Use,the Proven Reserve to Run Out